The Town of Gananoque is in the process of preparing a new Official Plan 2026. This page will be continually updated throughout the process as new documents and engagement opportunities become available. Comments and feedback are welcomed at all stages of the review process and can be emailed to plangan@gananoque.ca or submitted using the form at the bottom of this page.
Introduction
The Official Plan is a policy document that establishes the vision and goals for the community for the next 25 years. Review of the Plan ensures that policies continue to reflect the goals of the community and align with updated provincial policies and legislation.
Latest Draft for Comment
DRAFT Official Plan for Public Comment - October 2026
Schedule B Natural Features and Constraints
How You Can Participate:
- Submit written comments at any time throughout the project process by emailing plangan@gananoque.ca.
- Once the dates for the formal Public Open House(s) and/or Statutory Public Meeting(s) have been determined and announced, comments will also be accepted by the Municipal Clerk in accordance with the applicable public notice requirements, up to and including the dates of the formal public consultation events, which are anticipated to take place in winter 2027.
- Attend and participate in the formal Public Open House(s) and/or Statutory Public Meeting(s) to learn more about the project, ask questions, and provide comments. Meeting dates will be announced once confirmed.
Background Reports
December 2024
DRAFT Official Plan for Public Comment - December 2024
September 21, 2021
The Background Report prepared by J.L. Richards & Associates provides a summary of key information from various sources (including the Census, Development Charges Background Study, and Recreation Masterplan), describes the existing provincial policy framework, summarizes existing Official Plan policies and is intended to serve as a basis for recommended policy directions and changes. Recommended policy directions and changes will be made available in draft-format for public comment and feedback prior to adoption of the plan.
Full Document
Draft Background Report - Full (click to open document in new page)
Document By Section
Presentations and Media
- Official Plan Intro Public Meeting - Council July 6, 2021
- Official Plan Presentation -Introduction to Background Report - Planning Advisory Committee September 28, 2021
- Public Open House Presentation Slides - March 8, 2022
Resources
Citizens' Guide 2 - Official Plans - (MMAH Guide)